Phlebotomy Technician Certified: Venipuncture
About The Position
The Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) collects, receives, processes, and distributes laboratory specimens and performs patient phlebotomy at different locations. The role communicates test results between and within departments as needed and helps maintain equipment and supply par levels. The CPT demonstrates knowledge of phlebotomy techniques and uses aseptic practices when collecting specimens and drawing blood. The position requires immediate specimen labeling after procedures and proper disposal of used needles and supplies. The CPT maintains working knowledge of departmental procedures, specialized equipment, patient identification and specimen-labeling requirements, laboratory safety, and computer functions related to specimen orders and receipt. The technician projects professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct; supports the laboratory mission; stays current on departmental updates, policies, and procedures; and takes initiative to resolve problems, follow through, and document them in the laboratory’s error-tracking system. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must meet and maintain current State of California Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPTI) certification.
Nice To Haves
- One year of healthcare experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collect, receive, process, and distribute laboratory specimens.
- Perform patient phlebotomy at different locations.
- Communicate test results between and within departments as needed.
- Help maintain equipment and supply par levels.
- Apply appropriate phlebotomy techniques and maintain aseptic technique when collecting specimens and drawing blood.
- Label specimens immediately after completing procedures.
- Dispose of used needles and supplies in suitable containers.
- Maintain working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures, specialized equipment, patient identification and specimen-labeling requirements, laboratory safety, and computer functions for specimen orders and receipt.
- Project professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct, and support the laboratory mission.
- Maintain current knowledge of departmental updates, policies, and procedures.
- Use initiative to resolve problems, take appropriate action, follow through, and document issues in the laboratory’s error-tracking system.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
